Tha's interesting; would Scotland be more inclined to remain in the union if a leftist centralized government were in power (Scotland must be the most left-leaning country in Europe)? After all, the same potential for having to accept whatever Westminster foisted upon you would be there. I hope the Outer Hebrides don't get all Liberal Democrat on yo' ass and try to strike out on their own, Passport To Pimlico-style! ;o)